A renewed commitment to border security has taken hold, dramatically altering the landscape after a period of significantly open crossings. The change is palpable, a stark contrast to the challenges faced in recent years. Law enforcement along the border is now actively engaged in a constant effort to intercept those attempting to enter the country illegally.
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers are at the forefront of this effort, routinely pursuing individuals involved in human smuggling. These operations are not isolated incidents, but rather a consistent reality reflecting the ongoing influx of people crossing the border. The dedication of these officers is unwavering, working in tandem with federal agencies like the Border Patrol to enhance national safety.
Earlier this month in Webb County, near Laredo, a high-speed chase unfolded as DPS troopers pursued a suspect believed to be engaged in human smuggling. The driver, Jorge Alonso Diaz Jr., attempted to evade capture in a Lincoln Navigator, ultimately losing control and colliding with a commercial vehicle.
Diaz was swiftly apprehended and now faces serious charges, including human smuggling with the potential for significant bodily injury, and evading arrest. Inside the vehicle, authorities discovered ten individuals who had been illegally transported, along with a young child, all now in the custody of the Border Patrol.
This incident mirrors another recent case just weeks prior, where DPS troopers pursued a smuggler transporting ten individuals locked inside a van. The relentless pursuit ended with the suspect’s arrest, highlighting the frequency with which these dangerous situations arise. These chases underscore the risks associated with illegal border crossings.
The responsibility for securing the nation’s borders is deeply rooted in the U.S. Constitution. Article IV, Section 4, explicitly grants the federal government the authority – and the obligation – to protect states from invasion and ensure a republican form of government. This constitutional mandate is now being actively enforced.
A clear shift in policy has occurred, prioritizing the enforcement of existing laws and a return to a more secure border. The focus is now on upholding the rule of law and fulfilling the constitutional duty to protect the nation and its states.
